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What is Ohno Dam Park?
Ohno Dam Park is a nature park that stretches around the Ohno Dam, which was built as a multipurpose dam in 1961.
In addition to cherry blossoms and autumn foliage, the park offers a variety of facilities that can be enjoyed throughout the year, including a lawn, an athletic park, and walking trails.
Basic Information
| Name | Ono Dam Park |
| Hours of Operation | Always open |
| Admission Fee | Free of charge |
| Parking lot | Yes |
| Location | 41-2, Kashihara Nakanoyama, Miyama-cho, Nantan-shi, Kyoto 601-0777 |
| Tel. | 0771-75-0143 |
Features and Highlights
- One of the best cherry blossom viewing spots in Kyoto Prefecture
- Magnificent autumn foliage can also be enjoyed in autumn.
- Beautiful dammed lake surrounded by nature
- Lawn area perfect for picnics and strolls
- Athletic park for children
Spectacular view of cherry blossoms: In early April, approximately 1,000 cherry trees in the park are in full bloom, covering the entire area with a carpet of pink. Take a stroll through the park or spread out your lunch on the lawn and enjoy the beauty of the cherry blossoms. You can also enjoy a drive along Prefectural Route 12, where rows of cherry trees continue along the route, and feel the cherry blossoms blizzard close at hand.
Autumn coloring: Around November, the approximately 500 trees in the park turn into a vivid gradation of autumn leaves. The mountains around the dam lake also change color, and the entire surrounding area is enveloped in breathtaking beauty. At the annual Ono Dam Maple Festival, visitors can enjoy autumn delicacies and crafts at stalls selling local products and stalls.
Spectacular view of the dam lake : From the observation deck on the hill, visitors can enjoy a panoramic view of the 61.4-meter-high Ono Dam and the beautiful scenery of the dam lake. Visitors can enjoy a magnificent panorama of nature surrounded by the surrounding mountains.
Event Information
Ono Dam Cherry Blossom Festival: Held for one week in mid-April, this festival offers cherry blossom viewing, musical events, and stall sales.
Ono Dam Maple Festival: Held in early November, this festival allows visitors to enjoy viewing the autumn leaves, sales of local specialties, and local cuisine.
How to access
- Ono Dam Park is about 20 minutes by car from the Chiyogawa IC of the Kyoto Jukan Expressway. If you use public transportation, it is about 30 minutes by bus from JR Sonobe Station.
Conclusion
Ono Dam Park is a must-see tourist spot in Nantan City, with its seasonal natural beauty and excellent facilities. It is an attractive place to enjoy all year round, with cherry blossoms, autumn leaves, spectacular natural scenery, family picnics, and a playground for children. When visiting Kyoto Prefecture, be sure to stop by Ohno Dam Park and experience its natural beauty and warm hospitality.
